Which inflammatory bowel disease is characterized by pain and watery diarrhea after meals, particularly in a young Jewish man?

Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can present with a variety of symptoms, one of which includes abdominal pain and diarrhea that often occurs after eating. This is particularly relevant in younger individuals, including young Jewish men who have a higher prevalence of this condition due to genetic factors.

In Crohn's disease, the inflammation can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, leading to symptoms such as chronic diarrhea, abdominal pain, weight loss, and fatigue. The pain is often colicky and may be associated with postprandial symptoms, where patients experience exacerbation of pain and diarrhea following meals. This can be attributed to the increased bowel movement and irritation caused by the process of digestion.

While there are other gastrointestinal conditions, such as ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and celiac disease, the specific combination of postprandial pain and diarrhea, along with the demographic details provided, aligns more closely with Crohn’s disease. Celiac disease typically involves malabsorption and is associated with food intolerances primarily related to gluten, rather than causing pain specifically after meals. In contrast, ulcerative colitis often presents with bloody diarrhea and does not necessarily feature post-meal symptoms as a