Why do they leave the stomach drain in for 2 wks when its not draining to anything

I was so out of it at the hospital. That I did not think to ask but at the hospital I had to tubes with drains one at the top of my stomach and one at the bottom. they completly removed the bottom one but, the top they took away the cup it was draining to and looped up the tubing and taped it to my skin. I cant get it out till I go till Wed. I feel that it is hampering my ability to do things. Really its the main thing thats hurting on me. When I do anything it pinches. Does anyone know the purpose of leaving it in, when you dont have anything to collect or empty on the drain. Sometimes its throbs. I had the full open surgery and this thing hurts worse than than my healing incision. I will be 2wks post op monday but its Wed when my appointment is.

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