Dumb question

If we can't take NSAIDS because it could cause an ulcer in our remnant stomach (correct?). Why don't they just remove it?  It's just hanging around in there

Just curious. Does the left over stomach serve a purpose?  

I asked my surgeon he said it just sits there and hangs out. Not sure about the other part I go tomorrow and I will ask again

It still produces the enzymes necessary for digestion. That is why it is reattached lower onto our small intestine.
Please correct me if I am wrong ladies.

My surgeon said it was because it could cause an ulcer in the pouch which could be very problematic.  

Yes, the left over stomach produces a lot of enzyme that are important for digestion.

Yes that is what I was told about taking NSAIDs postop. 

Not just the remnant stomach but the pouch too -- it's all stomach.  As other have said, it still produces digestive secretions that are essential.

As mentioned, the remnant stomach produces digestive enzymes that your body uses.

Another useful purpose for the remnant stomach is that it's almost a backup pouch if you develop a problem with your "primary" pouch. Instead of having to give you nutrients via IV, the option exists to put a feeding tube into the remnant stomach instead.
 

Thanks all!  Some days I really miss my Aleve.