3GS recent upgrade iOS5.1.1 lost data & itunes

I purchased a used 3GS model 138LL, with iOS 4.?? service provider AT&T 12.0 ---used phone for several months, connected with iTunes, downloaded purchased software, etc. worked great. I did NOT back up my system...dumb I know. New software came out and I load iOS 5.1.1 I had to completely wipe out the previous data. The phone works with calls, texting, 3GS network, accessing the internet...etc. I cannot get iTunes to recognize the phone and I cannot get it to sync. I need to reload my purchased apps. What do I do? I've read about trouble shooting and have tried various methods but I must be missing something...I know this should be easier than what I am experiencing. Any help?? Big thank U

I feel stupid the mute button was on above the volume control on the left side of the phone.
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