Why can't I log into my old itunes account? I started a new one because I no longer use that email address. Can I merge accounts?

I started a new one because I no longer use that email address. Can I merge accounts?
I have tried to log into my old account in itunes, but it won't let me.
What do I do?

I found the answer that works for me. (This information was not on Apple's website for troubleshooting this problem.)
In Safari, (I use Firefox only) cookies must be enabled. I never knew there was a connection between iTunes and Safari until now.

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However I didn't put it all back - I kind of picked and choose what I reinstalled.
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