Stuck/Dead Pixels, No Rhyme or Reason

The other night, I was using my 1st generation iPad with no issues. The next morning, major pixel malfunctions. It was not dropped or moved or exposed to any extreme temperatures or moisture. I have reset it per a Mac guru friend and run multiple supposed pixel fix videos on TouTube, all to no avail. It is (of course) no longer under warranty.
My questions are these: Is this really the end? Do I want to spend $ to repair this relic, or just get a new one? Has anyone seen this before and if so, how did you fix it or what was the cost to have it fixed?
Any help would be much appreciated!
Erin
Sad iPad

Thank you both for your input. I expected as much. Sad about dropping the money, but psyched at the prospect of a new toy!
Have you heard of this spontaneous screen failure before? If I dropped it or spilled something on it (which, to be honest, I am shocked I have not), I'd understand. But all I did was put it down for the evening. Meh.
Thanks again!
Erin

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