Stuck/Dead Pixel on Macbook Pro?

I've had my Macbook Pro since July 4, and I just noticed today that there is a weird part of my screen that remains like a transparent white color. It's a very small area around the size of the tip of a sharpie. It looks larger that a single pixel, but its not huge. For example, if the screen is red, that part of the screen is a lighter shade of red. It's the same for all other colors like orange, green, etc. Even when its all white, the little area stands apart. I ran Pixel Check, and I notice the small area for every test except on black (when all pixels are on). What can I do?
Thanks

I had a similar situation, but in my case it was just one little hot pixel it appears that you have more than just one. I’ve called Apple Care and demanded and exchange they hesitated in the beginning and try to convince me that this kind of issues are common. However, an hour later of continuing pressure I have talked with the manager in charge and I’ve got the exchange, the new laptop came in without any issues. My advise to you is to call Apple Care and demand for an exchange and if the “1st layer” will not work with just ask for the manager.
Apple should stand behind their product, good luck to you

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