Everything in iTunes Music Library GONE!!!

I opened iTunes and there was nothing. Luckily I have what I want on my iPod, but why did it do that? I logged into another computer to the iTunes Music Store and didnt log off. Is that why? I need some help. email address is [email protected] if you prefer to reach me that way. thanks and God Bless.

Also, my videos are gone. It looks like my iTunes has never been used before. I'm still signed in and my phone is still recognized, but other than that it's like my entire iTunes was erased when my CD was imported.

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