What are your tips and tricks for dealing with flares

One of the best things that I've invested in is large ice packs and large heat packs. The ice pack is wonderful when you are in the bathroom and getting the lovely sweaty hot-flashes / nausea / fainting feelings. I also keep a small fan in the bathroom to help when you are getting one of the hot-flashes.

The heat packs are wonderful for recovery afterwards. having one for you abdomen, and one for you back.

Does anyone else have any neat ideas?