Why can I only read my message if I hit reply or forward?

I have used Thunderbird on my Mac (10.8.5.version) for many years. Now, as of the last 2-3 months when I receive an email, it won't open. The only way I can read the message is to choose reply or forward and the message shows. Also any saved messages from the past won't open unless I hit reply or forward. I have not changed anything on my computer.
I CAN send out messages.. In the meantime, I use my webmail and can't stand it, but at least it works.
So, do I reinstall? Is there something that all of a sudden needs to be checked in order for it to work properly without reinstalling? I wouldn't want to lose all of my saves, addresses, etc. if I were to delete the program and start new.
Thanks for your help.

Right click a folder and select rapair and see if that helps with that folder.

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