Is it possible to merge or sync two apple IDs that belong to me so I can access purchases from both in my iCloud?

When I got my iPad and was prompted to change my apple ID to an email address format one, I discovered I already had another apple ID using my email address - must have set it up years ago and not realised I had two apple IDs (I know - oops).
I am now trying to find a way to merge the two as they obviously both belong to me - so I can get all my purchases aligned to the one iCloud that is registered to my email ID.
Apple support can't help - has anyone had a similar problem and found a solution??

carolinecl wrote:
I am now trying to find a way to merge the two ... Apple support can't help -
As you have already discovered... what you want is not possible.
I have multiple Apple IDs. Is there a way for me to merge them into a single Apple ID?
Apple IDs cannot be merged. You should use your preferred Apple ID from now on, but you can still access your purchased items such as music, movies, or software using your other Apple IDs.
From Here   http://support.apple.com/kb/HE37

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