Usually not: Pain related to osteoarthritis typically is dull ache that is often increased over the course of activities. Sudden pain that comes and goes suggests something mechanical such as a meniscal tear or a loose body which is engaged into the joint. If this is accompanied by catching, locking or giving way, consult a orthopedist.
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